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From Climate Science to Action
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 16 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة The World Bank Group
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Each part of the world faces specific vulnerabilities to climate change and has different opportunities to mitigate the effects and build resilience in the 21st century. With the ratification of the Paris Agreement, many countries have acceded to act in combatting climate change. Indeed, without climate action, decades of sustainable development is at risk, thus making this a ‘make or break’ point in time. Showcasing the most recent scientific evidence, explaining the different regional impacts and divulging climate action strategies, along with interactive tools such as a Carbon Footprint Tracker and (I) NDC Platform, this MOOC provides some opportunities, where you can take action on climate change. About the Course This action-oriented MOOC gives you the opportunity to learn about regional climate change impacts and sector-specific strategies to increase resilience and move towards a low-carbon future. You will have the opportunity to explore these issues in depth and tailor your learning experience for one or more of the following regions: • Latin America and Caribbean • Sub-Saharan Africa • Middle East and North Africa • Eastern Europe and Central Asia • East Asia and Pacific • South Asia In this endeavor, the MOOC brings together renowned scientists and policymakers to provide a synthesis of the most recent scientific evidence on climate change, regional low emissions and climate resilient development strategies across sectors. A team of expert Instructors will lead discussions around the Paris Agreement, reflections from COP22 and the progress on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). Course Syllabus Overview ‘From Climate Science to Action’ is divided into four weeks. The first two weeks will provide a comprehensive overview of the scientific evidence for climate change, followed by region-specific insights on the impacts of a warmer world in the 21st century. The last two weeks will focus on action strategies that are being undertaken in different regions and countries to meet the climate challenge, and how you as an individual can take action to avoid a warmer world! Week 1: Climate Change in the 21st Century • Historical and projected observed changes in the climate system, leading up to the end of the 21st century • The potential of Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDCs) submitted at COP 21 from 187 countries to induce climate action • Trends in climate change impacts, including loss of Arctic sea ice, melting glaciers, increased heat waves and extreme temperatures, and drought and aridity • Possible responses from natural systems, explaining how warming could result in sea-level rise, heat waves and extreme temperatures, and ocean acidification Week 2: Sectoral and Regional Impacts • Impacts on key development sectors—from warming above pre-industrial temperatures and projected climate trends—across each of the world’s regions • Sectoral impacts focusing on agricultural production, water resources, ecosystem services, and coastal vulnerability for affected populations • Importance of risks with the potential to reverse hard-won development gains and potentially trap millions in poverty, illustrating the need for urgent action now Week 3: From Science to Action on Climate Change • Region-specific discussions on mitigation actions needed to reduce emissions while decreasing vulnerability to climate change impacts through adaptation and by building climate resilience • Perspectives from regional experts on their experiences in strategies and actions proposed in each region to help transition towards a low-emissions, climate-resilient development path • Discussions on the progress of the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), outcomes of the Paris Agreement and reflections from the Conference of Parties (COP)22 Week 4: What You Can Do • Transformative impact of day-to-day changes when brought to a global scale • The rationale for acting now, acting together and acting differently • Examples and expected benefits of mitigation and adaptation policies, considering both contributions to global emission reductions and local development opportunities In addition to the core resources and assignments, you may choose to go further, engaging in fun optional exercises, networking, discussion, and diving deeper into our rich selection of supplemental resources. You will have the opportunity to explore these issues in depth and tailor your learning experience for one or more of the following regions: • Latin America and Caribbean • Sub-Saharan Africa • Middle East and North Africa • Eastern Europe and Central Asia • East Asia and Pacific • South Asia Course Format This MOOC has a week-by-week structure, with resources, activities and exercises for you to engage in during each of the four weeks of the course. Each week, you will find a variety of course material, including: • Interactive video talks by renowned climate scientists and practitioners • Interactive tools: the Carbon Footprint Tracker, (I) NDC platform • Resources: Core, optional (deep dive) and fun interactives on the week’s theme • Quizzes that check your knowledge, reinforce the lesson’s material and provide immediate feedback • Assignments that will sharpen your skills of analysis, reflection and communication • Discussion forums and social media that enable collaboration with others from around the world, enriching interaction among participants • As a final project, you will create a digital artifact You can also go much further than this, engaging in optional exercises, networking, or discussion forums and dive deeper into our rich selection of additional resources. We also will use e-discussions, and other tools to facilitate dialogue between the learners and experts. Recommended Background: No background knowledge is necessary. The content of this course is designed to be accessible to students from any discipline. Connect: Communicate and share resources via Twitter using hashtag #learnclimate. Sign up for a free account at http://twitter.com

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Course Information

    • 1 Videos
    • 7 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
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2 Discussions

  • Welcome & Introductions
  • Learner-made spaces

1 Videos

  • Be Part of the Global Conversation on Climate Change

7 Readings

  • Welcome
  • Course at a Glance
  • How to Succeed
  • How to be Social
  • How to Give Feedback
  • Acknowledgements
  • Course Resources

Overview and Lectures

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Climate Science and Emissions Scenarios
  • Climate Impacts in the 21st Century

1 Readings

  • Overview

Resources and Activities

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 4 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 1

4 Discussions

  • Week 1 General Discussion: Climate Change in the 21st Century
  • Discussion Forum: Week 1 Core Material
  • Discussion Forum: Week 1 Optional Exercise 1
  • Discussion Forum: Week 1 Optional Exercise 2

1 Videos

  • Types of Climate Observation

2 Readings

  • Resources
  • Optional Exercises

Overview and Lectures

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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3 Videos

  • Sectoral Impacts Around the World (Part I)
  • Sectoral Impacts Around the World (Part II)
  • Climate Change, Fragility, and Conflict

2 Readings

  • Overview
  • Regional Impacts

Region: South Asia (SA)

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Sectoral Impacts in South Asia

1 Readings

  • Resources for the SA region

Region: East Asia and Pacific (EAP)

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Sectoral Impacts in East Asia and Pacific

1 Readings

  • Resources for the EAP region

Region: Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Sectoral Impacts in Sub-Saharan Africa

1 Readings

  • Resources for the SSA region

Region: Europe and Central Asia (ECA)

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Sectoral Impacts in Europe and Central Asia

1 Readings

  • Resources for the ECA region

Region: The Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Sectoral Impacts in The Middle East and North Africa

1 Readings

  • Resources for the MENA region

Region: Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Sectoral Impacts in Latin America and the Caribbean

1 Readings

  • Resources for the LAC region

Resources and Activities

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 5 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 2

1 Peer Review

  • Local Impacts of Climate Change

5 Discussions

  • Week 2 General Discussion: Sectoral and Regional Impacts
  • Discussion Forum: Week 2 Core Material
  • Discussion Forum: Week 2 Optional Exercise 1
  • Discussion Forum: Week 2 Optional Exercise 2
  • Discussion Forum: Week 2 Assignment

1 Videos

  • Resilience and Adaptation – Monitoring Coastal Zones

2 Readings

  • Resources
  • Optional Exercises

Overview and Lectures

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Climate Resilience
  • Policy Instruments for Low Emission Development

2 Readings

  • Overview
  • Regional Climate Action

Region: East Asia and Pacific (EAP)

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Mitigation in East Asia and Pacific
  • Adaptation and Resilience in East Asia and Pacific

Region: Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Mitigation in Sub-Saharan Africa
  • Adaptation and Resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa

Region: Europe and Central Asia (ECA)

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Mitigation in Europe and Central Asia
  • Adaptation and Resilience in Europe and Central Asia

Region: Middle East and North Africa (MENA)

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Adaptation and Resilience in the Middle East and North Africa
  • Mitigation in the Middle East and North Africa

Region: Latin America and Caribbean (LAC)

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Mitigation in Latin America and Caribbean
  • Adaptation and Resilience in Latin America and Caribbean

Region: South Asia (SA)

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Mitigation in South Asia
  • Adaptation and Resilience in South Asia

Resources and Activities

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 4 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Week 3

4 Discussions

  • Week 3 General Discussion: From Science to Action on Climate Change
  • Discussion Forum: Week 3 Core Material
  • Discussion Forum: Week 3 Optional Exercise 1
  • Discussion Forum: Week 3 Optional Exercise 2

1 Videos

  • The Importance of EO in Climate Policy and Planning

2 Readings

  • Resources
  • Optional Exercises

Overview and Lectures

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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3 Videos

  • We Can, We Will, We Must Act on Climate Change
  • Act Now, Act Together, Act Differently in Response to Climate Change
  • Perspectives - Countries Acting to Address Climate Change Challenges

1 Readings

  • Overview

Resources and Activities

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 3 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Final Project: Digital Artifact - What Can You Do?

3 Discussions

  • Week 4 General Discussion: What You Can Do
  • Discussion Forum: Week 4 Core Material
  • Discussion Forum: Week 4 Optional Exercise 2

1 Videos

  • Big Data and Crowdsourcing – ESA MOOC

2 Readings

  • Resources
  • Optional Exercises

Auto Summary

"From Climate Science to Action" is a four-week, foundational MOOC offered by Coursera in the personal development domain. Led by renowned climate scientists and policymakers, this course explores the latest scientific evidence on climate change, its regional impacts, and action strategies to build resilience and reduce emissions. Interactive tools like the Carbon Footprint Tracker and (I) NDC Platform enhance learning. Suitable for all backgrounds, it offers Starter and Professional subscription options. Ideal for those passionate about tackling climate change on a global and regional scale.

Alan S. Miller
Instructors

Alan S. Miller

Claudia Barrera
Instructors

Claudia Barrera